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Hi! In October 2010, I moved from San Francisco to Manhattan with my husband, daughter, and twin boys. Since then I've been busy teaching myself and my kids how to hail a cab, fly a kite in Central Park, and walk across the Brooklyn Bridge with style. And a few other things. I write about those other things here. Thanks for stopping by!
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5/30/12

Ella: The Dress That Makes Her Do A Giant Spin!

A few weekends ago I met Joanna Goddard's twin sister Lucy and the subject of clothes/fashion came up. She mentioned Joanna once said that everything you wear should make you want to do a little dance. I just searched the phrase "a little dance" on Joanna's blog and sure enough I found her post about it from two years ago. Still--it was fresh content to me! I love this idea and plan on using it from here out.

The thing is, with out realizing it, this phrase has been the reason why I keep buying Ella this dress by American Apparel. Every time she puts it on, she spins! Perhaps for young girls the word "little dance" should be replaced with "giant spin"!

Beyond the spinning factor, it's totally practical. I love that when she sits down, it's long enough to cover her knees. It's super easy to clean and has an organic cotton option for the same price. It's a complete outfit--no need to find all the pieces. It's so comfortable. It can be dressed up (add a shiny belt) or down (wear it plain). It's it's it's perfect. I wish I could buy it in my size. I need a spinning dress, too!So for all those who asked where I got Ella's green dress in the recent photo shoot, now you know. And don't forget to enter the huge giveaway! Ends Monday. :)

18 comments:

Awesome! do you buy her actual size or do you think she could do smaller? I was wanting to buy one for a normal height, but skinny 8 year old and was sad to see they only go to size 6. I think she could fit into it, but am worried about it being a bit too short!

My daughter (she's 6) is usually too small for clothes, but this size 6 dress fits her perfect. I think the size 6 would be too small for your 8 year old. Unfortunately the only material the size 8 comes in is VELVET. Too hot for summer, but great for fall/winter :)http://www.amazon.com/American-Apparel-Stretch-Velvet-Skater/dp/B006VXR29M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1338419037&sr=8-1

When I first saw the beautiful top picture, I thought it was pulled from a scene in the remake of "Great Expectations." I love that movie and the pretty little girl who dances with the young Fynn. What a happy post!

My daughter is wearing the green version of this dress today too! She has been twirling since she got dressed. She also has the pink one, but we love it so much I might buy it in every color. I was thinking the same thing (about wanting one for myself), so I might have to check out H&M this weekend!

Yes! Growing up, this phenomenon was known in my family as "twirl factor." It is very important. So much so that now that I am an adult, I am still known (only by my husband...) to test the twirl factor of my dresses and skirts. It does add that special something!

The dress looks great, the lace-up back makes it almost impossible to not get a perfect fit. The only small issue I have is the straps are too short, but I'll make it work by adding some length to the back of them.